TITLE OF POSITION:                        CUSTODIAN – LEAD (Elementary School) 

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION:  The job of "Custodian - Lead" is done for the purpose/s of maintaining a safe and sanitary environment; providing adequate arrangements for meetings, classroom activities and events; and minimizing property damage, loss and liability exposure.  The Lead Custodian is responsible to the principal. 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Cleans facilities, grounds, and classrooms for the purpose of maintaining a safe and sanitary environment.
• Arranges furnishings and equipment for the purpose of providing adequate arrangements for meetings, classroom activities and events.
• Secures facilities for the purpose of minimizing property damage, loss and liability exposure.
• Informs pupils, staff, supervisor for the purpose of providing information regarding activities, requested information, safety and/or proper maintenance of facilities.
• Procures equipment and supplies for the purpose of maintaining an inventory and completing jobs efficiently within budget guidelines.
• Directs personnel as assigned for the purpose of maximizing the efficiency of the workforce and meeting shift requirements.
• Assists in general school operations by receiving and distributing supplies; assists in moving heavy objects.
• Maintains cooperative and effective working relationships with teachers, staff, and students.
• During summer or recess period, performs heavy cleaning work.
• Provides orientation and training to the custodians.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Operates manual and automatic sprinkler systems in order to water lawns, planters, and other surfaces.  Raises and lowers flags.
• Turns on heating and air conditioning equipment and adjusts for temperature changes, if applicable.
• Assembles and does light repairs of furniture and equipment for the purpose of ensuring usability of items. 

ESSENTIAL JOB REQUIREMENTS - QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience Required: Prior job related experience of two years with increasing levels of responsibility, preferably in school and/or institutional setting with a good work history which demonstrated reliability and responsibility.
• Skills, Knowledge and/or Abilities Required: Skills of maintaining safe work practices; use of cleaning agents; supplies and equipment; calculating accurate dilution of cleaning agents.  Knowledge of methods and use of cleaning materials, equipment and supplies. Abilities to follow oral and written instructions; work independently and with minimal supervision; perform a variety of related tasks; adjust to flexible assignments often with short notice; and communicate with students, staff and the public.  Significant physical abilities include standing for extended periods, lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling, stooping, reaching/handling, and near and far visual acuity/depth perception.
• Education Required: High School diploma or equivalent.
• Licenses, Certifications, Bonding, and/or Testing Required:  Valid driver's license and evidence of insurability, TB Test clearance, Criminal Justice Fingerprint clearance.